About Horse Butte Trailhead
Located just south of Bend, Horse Butte is a handy hub for trails that allow for the exploration of the north part of the old Fort Rock Ranger District.
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Horse Butte Trailhead
Bend, Oregon · Deschutes County · Facility
Located just south of Bend, Horse Butte is a handy hub for trails that allow for the exploration of the north part of the old Fort Rock Ranger District.
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43.97504, -121.23207
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Weather at Horse Butte Trailhead
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
59°/38°
🌬 11mph
↑ 5:26 AM ↓ 8:39 PM
Sun
Clear
64°/37°
🌬 11mph
↑ 5:25 AM ↓ 8:39 PM
Mon
Clear
71°/43°
🌬 11mph
↑ 5:25 AM ↓ 8:40 PM
Tue
Overcast
77°/49°
💧 1%🌬 14mph
↑ 5:24 AM ↓ 8:41 PM
Wed
Light Drizzle
67°/48°
💧 13%🌬 16mph
↑ 5:24 AM ↓ 8:42 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
Plan Your Visit to Horse Butte Trailhead
Heading to Horse Butte Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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